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Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists Salary in Michigan
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Michigan?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,820
Median Annual Salary
▼
-2.5% vs 2024
$47,290
Mean Salary
$34,820
Median Salary
$16.74
Hourly Rate
8,970 people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists salary by percentile in Michigan
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan earn a median salary of $34,820 per year ($2,901/month).
This is 4.0% below the national average of $36,270.
Michigan ranks #27 out of 50 states for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists pay.
Approximately 8,970 people work in this occupation across Michigan.
Salaries decreased by 2.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Service Orientation
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.38
Active Learning
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.43
Sales and Marketing
3.67
Administration and Management
3.01
Education and Training
2.97
English Language
2.87
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(79.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan range from $25,960 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $95,370 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $28,870 and $60,590.
Median $34,820
P10: $25,960P25: $28,870P75: $60,590P90: $95,370
10th
$25,960
25th
$28,870
Median
$34,820
75th
$60,590
90th
$95,370
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$25,960
$12.48
$2,163
25th Percentile
$28,870
$13.88
$2,405
Median (50th)
$34,820
$16.74
$2,901
75th Percentile
$60,590
$29.13
$5,049
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$95,370
$45.85
$7,947
Note: The mean (average) salary of $47,290 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#27
Michigan ranks #27 of 50 states
$36,270
National avg. for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
How much do Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists make in Michigan?
The median annual salary for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan is $34,820 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $47,290.
What is the salary range for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan?
Salaries for Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan range from $25,960 at the 10th percentile to $95,370 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $28,870 and $60,590.
What is the starting salary for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan?
Entry-level Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists positions in Michigan typically start around $25,960 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $28,870 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,970 people are employed as Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan.
What is the hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists in Michigan is approximately $16.74 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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